Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Poland's government of 'war psychosis' after Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski expressed hope for the sabotage of a Russian oil pipeline supplying Hungary. Orban warned of severe financial damage and a threat to the historic Hungarian-Polish friendship.
Poland's President Karol Nawrocki has signed a draft bill to exempt families with at least two children from income tax, a key campaign promise aimed at boosting the nation's declining birth rate. The legislation, applicable to incomes up to 140,000 zloty, is part of a broader 'tax armor' package and is expected to provide significant financial relief, though it still requires parliamentary approval.
UK, US, and NATO forces, including Poland, recently completed a 12-hour aerial patrol near Russia's border. The mission, involving surveillance and maritime patrol aircraft, was a direct response to a series of Russian drone and aircraft incursions into NATO airspace, including incidents over Poland, Romania, and Estonia, amidst ongoing tensions from the Ukraine war.
Polish authorities have formally charged Tomasz L., a former employee of the Warsaw city council's civil registry, with espionage and abuse of power. He is accused of providing Russian intelligence with sensitive civil records from 2017 to 2022, enabling the creation of fake identities for spies. His arrest in March 2022 reportedly led to the expulsion of 45 Russian diplomats.
The European Parliament voted on October 7, 2025, to strip Polish MEPs Michał Dworczyk and Daniel Obajtek of their immunity. This decision allows Polish prosecutors to pursue criminal charges against them, including allegations of abuse of power and misuse of funds during their time in the former Law and Justice government.
Poland has extended temporary border control measures with Germany and Lithuania for another six months, effective October 5, 2025, until April 4, 2026. The decision, signed by Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński, addresses ongoing concerns over irregular migration and smuggling routes from the Baltic region to Western Europe, as well as persistent pressure on the Polish-Belarusian border.
Poland activated its air defenses and scrambled fighter jets early on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in response to a massive wave of Russian missile and drone attacks targeting Ukraine, particularly the Lviv region close to the Polish border. The strikes caused casualties and damage, prompting a heightened state of readiness from Polish and allied forces.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has submitted a bill to the Sejm that seeks to criminalize the denial of the Volyn massacre, equate Ukrainian Insurgent Army symbols with totalitarian ideologies, and introduce stricter migration policies, including longer paths to citizenship and harsher penalties for illegal border crossings.
Poland's Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz endorsed the EU's 'drone wall' initiative to fortify the bloc's eastern flank against Russian aerial threats. Simultaneously, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, addressing the Warsaw Security Forum, proposed a joint, reliable shield with partners, emphasizing Ukraine's crucial battlefield experience in countering drones and missiles.
Poland's parliament has approved plans to establish the Lower Oder Valley National Park, marking the country's first new national park in 24 years. Located along the German border, the park aims to protect a biodiverse wetland area, despite opposition concerns regarding shipping and a potential presidential veto.
Poland is preparing to amend its military deployment law, allowing its armed forces to intercept Russian drones over Ukraine or Belarus without requiring prior authorization from NATO or the EU. This legislative shift follows recent airspace violations by Russian drones, aiming to enhance Poland's rapid response capabilities against aerial threats.
Warsaw Day, held on September 18, 2025, at Expo 2025 Osaka, highlighted Poland's vibrant culture and history. The event featured the premiere of a Japanese edition of a book on Maria Skłodowska-Curie and Albert Einstein, celebrated the Polish Pavilion's millionth visitor, and offered diverse cultural and culinary experiences.
Poland and Sweden have commenced their first-ever bilateral military exercises, 'SNEX Gotland Sentry,' in the Baltic Sea. The drills, announced by Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, aim to enhance collective defense, rapid deployment capabilities, and operational compatibility in the strategically vital region, following a recent defense cooperation agreement.
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential $780 million sale of Javelin Missile Systems to Poland, including 2,506 FGM-148F missiles and 253 Lightweight Command Launch Units. This significant acquisition aims to enhance Poland's defense capabilities and strengthen NATO interoperability amidst rising regional tensions with Russia and Belarus.
